Radioactive decay
When a nucleus is unstable, it may emit particles, such as protons, neutrons, electrons and positrons, or it
Types of radioactive decay
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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the types of radioactive decay that an unstable nucleus may undergo? | Alpha decay, beta minus decay, beta plus decay, and gamma decay. |
| What types of particles might an unstable nucleus emit during radioactive decay? | Protons, neutrons, electrons, and positrons. |
| What does it mean when a nucleus is unstable? | It may emit particles such as protons, neutrons, electrons, and positrons, or it undergoes radioactive decay. |